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Homeless Emergency Project (HEP) http://www.ethep.org
Position: Development Specialist
Email: christineg@ethep.org
Homeless Emergency Project
Inc.
1120 N. Betty Lane
Clearwater, FL 33755Map thisHEP is a registered 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. Our mission is to provide homeless and very low-income individuals and families with housing, food, clothing, and support services necessary to obtain self-sufficiency and improved quality of life. %newline% %newline%HEP is the oldest and largest provider of...
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Name: Christine GarrisonPosition: Development Specialist
Email: christineg@ethep.org
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Free Dental ClinicThe Free Dental Clinic was created in 1994 to provide free dental care for homeless and very low-income individuals and families. Since its inception, over $1.5 million worth of free dental care has been provided by volunteer dentists and hygienists.
The dental care provided enhances employment prospects, improves quality of life and self-esteem. Many of the individuals receiving these services have never seen a dentist before and are able to receive treatment for the first time in their lives. In addition, children are receiving necessary dental treatments and education for prevention and good oral hygiene.
The Free Dental Clinic is run entirely on the generosity of volunteer dentists from the community!
HEP Thrift StoreItems available are direct donations to HEP and are tax-deductible. Residents in need receive vouchers for free clothes and shoes. Open to the public; all proceeds go directly into HEPâ??s operating fund. The store is a newly constructed 13,000 square foot air-conditioned building. Furniture donation pickups are available 3 days/ week, Tuesday â?? Thursday.
Kitchen and Dining FacilityMany individuals come to HEP lacking the proper nutrition to live an everyday life. Fortunately, HEP is equipped with a professional kitchen and a staff that serves up to 100,000 meals each year to residents. Meals are served seven days a week, 365 days a year to all residents living in emergency shelter. We also distribute food baskets to individuals and families residing in the transitional and permanent supportive housing.
Supported causes
Housing & ShelterResidentialThe Emergency Housing Program was developed to provide homeless individuals and families with temporary housing, food, clothing, and supportive services necessary to achieve self-sufficiency. Clients are assisted on a first come, first served basis. Once enrolled, clients are supported in the goal to obtain and remain in permanent housing.
Transitional Housing is available for those individuals who do not qualify for long-term housing for individuals with disabilities. This program offers an 18 month stay giving clients the chance to save money and utilize services enabling them to move on to self-sufficiency.
Permanent Supportive Housing provides housing and supportive services on a long-term basis for homeless persons with disabilities.
Supported causes
Housing & ShelterSupport ServicesCase Management -- Each person entering the program is assigned a case manager to help him or her reach his or her short and long term goals. Case Managers assist clients with obtaining financial aid, housing, childcare, medical attention, disability, veterans assistance, social security, and anything and everything necessary for them to achieve self sufficiency.
Nutrition -- Complete meals are served seven days a week to all residents in emergency shelter. Food baskets are distributed to individuals and families residing in the off-site housing.
Personal Supplies and Clothing -- Each person is given the necessary amount of personal hygiene supplies and appropriate clothing upon entering the shelter.
Dental Clinic -- A free, comprehensive dental clinic provides full dental care, including restoration and reconstruction of teeth.
Medical Nurse/ ARPN -- Morton Plant Hospital staffs a multidisciplinary mental health care team at HEP consisting of a Psychiatric Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Social Worker who work collaboratively with HEP staff, Directions for Mental Health, and a myriad of community health care partners.
Mobile Medical -- The Pinellas County Medical Van visits the shelter to address any physical health needs of those living in the shelter.
Veterans Service -- Bay Pines Medical Center provides an outreach representative who visits veterans living at the shelter for eligibility and assessments needs.
Med Management / Disability Payee --
HEP can provide representative payees for Social Security and/or Disability for those residents in need of mandatory financial management. Medication supervision is available for those who have difficulty regulating medications.
Youth Enrichment -- KEY to Succeed ProgramThe mission of the Keep Encouraging Youth (KEY) to Succeed program is to provide academic enrichment and other services and programs that reinforce and complement school-based learning among participants.
Students grades k - 12 meet every afternoon in our on-site licensed childcare center to receive tutoring and participating in learning and social skill building activities.
In partnership with the Biddinger Family Foundation, R Club, Woman Who Care Society, and Pinellas County Schools, among many other organizations, the program is helping homeless youth succeed against great odds.
Freewheel Bike Recycling and Distribution ProgramFreewheel is a not-for-profit bike repair shop and distribution program, operating under Homeless Emergency Project, serving homeless adults and children in Pinellas County.
The purpose of the program is to provide the freedom of personal transportation to homeless adults and children, recycle/refurbish donated bikes and bike components, educate consumers on bike repair and maintenance, and help consumers understand rules of the road.
Each qualified recipient may receive one Bike Registered with the National Bike Registry (NBR), Commuter Helmet that Meets the CPSC Impact Standard, Steel U-Lock, Bike Care Kit, and Light Set for night riding.
Tutors for studentsMonday, November 30, 2009 - Sunday, May 30, 2010School-age children at the shelter are being empowered through the Keep Encouraging Youth (KEY) to Succeed program in partnership with R'Club, Inc. at our Learning Center. This program provides academic enrichment and other services and programs that reinforce and complement school-based learning.
The children at the Learning Center need your help! Ages 6 through 17, these students need assistance with homework and positive mentorship during the afternoon hours, 2pm to 6pm, Monday through Friday.
Sort or Cashier at Thrift StoreMonday, November 30, 2009 - Tuesday, November 30, 2010The HEP Thrift Store is looking for a dependable volunteer with retail and register experience to work as a cashier. And/or someone to assist with sorting the donations. The Thrift Store is a clean, comfortable working environment. It is where we sort and organize all of our in-kind donations to either give to our clients or to be sold. Sales from the Thrift Store are an important part of HEP as all proceeds from sales go right back to the clients, as the proceeds are used for operating expenses in the shelter and housing units.
We need bikes and bike parts!Donations of new and used bikes and parts are being solicited for the Freewheel Bike program. We accept all makes, models, types, and conditions of bicycles.
Items Needed: Bikes, Bulk Tubes, Bulk Cables and Housing
Grips, Bar Plugs, Tires, Seats, Helmets, Locks, and Tools.
computer tower & monitorOne of our clients is in need of a personal computer (tower & monitor) as he has recently enrolled in college! If you have one or both to donate, please contact us! It is a tax-deductible donation!
Bus Passes NeededPSTA daily, weekly, and monthly bus passes needed for individuals and families in the shelter and housing programs. These bus passes help our residents get to work, school, job interviews, and medical appointments. Visit http://www.psta.net/busfares.htm for more info on purchasing bus fares online.
Food donations for our kitchen pantryOur kitchen serves 3 meals a day, 7 days a week.
We are in need of the following items to provide warm, nutrious meals to the individuals and families with children residing in our shelter:
Fresh produce
Meats, poultry, & dairy,
Canned meats & vegetables
Rice, pasta, cereal, crackers,
Sugar, flour, baking supplies, and other miscellaneous non-perishable food items
Linens and twin sheetsTwin beds are primarily used in our housing units; we are in need of new or gently used twin sheets, pillowcases, and blankets. We are also in great need of washcloths and towels
HEP Wins Four-Star Rating from Charity NavigatorThe Homeless Emergency Project of Clearwater received a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, an independent evaluator of charities, for the third consecutive year.
Homeless Emergency Project offers help to those in needSt Pete Times correspondent Terri Bryce Reeves shares stories of families and individuals being helped by HEP.
